The sound is not bad ... at times it sounds too "Blechig" .... since there are cheaper strings from other manufacturers that fulfill their purpose better .... Unfortunately, the high E string is immediately during tensioning torn .. .Although gently raised ... I've then at Amazon 3 spare strings ordered here (in the set for 59 cents) from another manufacturer and no problem when mounting. String stops and sounds super ..... And so I will handle it on my next order .... Elixir, a name, a brand ... but the quality of what it promises, it does not hold .. ..leider ... only 3 stars ...